Former budget minister admits lying about tax fraud

We focus on a scandal that has rocked the country. France’s former budget minister has revealed that he had money stashed away in a foreign account, despite his own calls to crack down on tax evasion. Next, we take a look at François Hollande's proposal for a mega-tax on companies that pay million-euro salaries. Finally, we take a listen to former first lady Carla Bruni’s new album.

Born in Belgium, raised in Italy and now resident in France, he holds a degree in Japanese. He previously worked for CNN International. At FRANCE 24, he presents the news on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings and also the show France in Focus.